Michael Beard's obituary , Passed away on August 25, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio
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Michael Beard

May 21, 1956 - August 25, 2025 (69 years old)

Columbus, Ohio

Michael Beard's obituary , Passed away on August 25, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio
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Michael Beard

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May 21, 1956 - August 25, 2025 (69 years old)

Columbus, Ohio

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Michael Beard Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Michael Beard (Columbus, Ohio), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Michael left this world on August 25, 2025 at the age of 69, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Michael Beard to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Leslie Edward Beard and Winifred G. Beard. He is survived by: his wife Laura Ray; his sisters, Vicki Beard (Valerie Nolan) and Lesili Beard-Levine (Iris Levine); his children, William Belcher (April Belcher), Dionna Brown and Dehlia Ray; and his grandchildren, Aiden, Malakiya, Micalah, Mylia and Mila.

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August 28, 2025

Mr. Kevin M. Palmore sent flowers

“To the family of Michael Beard, On behalf of my children and myself, I would like to express my sincere condolences. May the Lord grant you His immeasurable love and peace today and in the days to come. Love, Kevin, Sheronda and Marcus.❤️”

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August 30, 2025

Rev. Kenneth Lillard wrote a sympathy message

“The Lillard Family of Portsmouth, VA expresses our deepest sympathy to the Family of our dear Cousin Michael E. Beard. May God wrap His arms of love and comfort around the Family and grant them His peace. Michael is playing his drums in Heaven now for the King of Kings & the Lord of Lords. God Bless!! ~ Rev. Kenneth Lillard”

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August 30, 2025

Debra Lewis wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Michael Beard, Heaven gained another angel and Michael is playing golden drums for all the other angels now. I am so sorry for your families loss and am praying for peace and comfort for you. I know all your warm memories of him will be with you forever.”

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August 28, 2025

Sonja Blackburn wrote a sympathy message

“Laura, Dehlia and William My thoughts and prayers go out to you. I know how much Michael meant to all of you and I pray for the strength to help you get thru your days ahead. 🙏 love you guys, Sonja”

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Aug 30

Visitation

Second Community Church
311 S Highland Ave, Columbus, OH 43223

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Aug 30

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Second Community Church
311 S Highland Ave, Columbus, OH 43223

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Sep 02

Graveside service

Glen Rest Memorial
8029 E Main St, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068

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